This Send a Hug Craft is easy to put together and makes a sweet gift from a child to a family member or friend. The age for this activity can begin as early as 2 and extend well into elementary school aged children. My 3 year old completed the send a hug in the above image. See, there is his sweet touch to it!

Send a Hug Craft

Materials Needed for Sending a Hug Activity

Card stock for card

Construction paper for body

Paper for head and hands

Scissors

Glue Stick

Markers or Crayons

Approach for Send a Hug Craft

Fold card stock in thirds to make the card open up like arms of a hug

Draw two hands and a circle for a head on a piece of paper

Pre-cut the two hands and head for younger children OR have older children cut their own

Draw shirt on construction paper for body

Pre-cut the shirt for younger children OR have older children cut their own

Glue head, body and hands onto cardstock

Invite children to decorate their “hug” and write a message with markers

Being far from loved ones can be difficult. Often we need to get to close family and friends but we can't physically get to them. Often all we need is a hug. This send a hug craft is the perfect way to let someone know you're thinking of him. The hug is also a great way to teach children about empathy, compassion, and kindness.

Your child will have fun making this card. The recipient will love receiving it.

Marnie

Hey, there, friend! Congrats! You're in! I am so happy you're here with us! I will be in touch soon with all sorts of goodness! All the best, Marnie, founder of Carrots Are Orange